Highlands Stoney Creek Cottage 2 bed/2 bath, 1.5 miles to Town

Highlands, North Carolina
$353 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 5

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Stoney Creek Cottage is a charming mountain home in Highlands, located about 1.5 miles from downtown Highlands. Built in 1991, the home offers approximately 1,223 square feet of living space with two bedrooms and two full bathrooms on a secluded 1.34-acre wooded lot. The property is especially notable for its private setting overlooking a spring-fed stream and small waterfall, creating the classic peaceful Highlands atmosphere.

Cottage Features a freshly painted warm, rustic design with:

Vaulted and cathedral ceilings
Hardwood floors throughout
A large stone fireplace in the living room (wood-burning)
Built-in bookcases
A glass-enclosed sun porch/sitting room
An updated kitchen and full laundry area
Heat pump heating and air conditioning
High speed fiber internet
Full Kitchen, everything needed for cooking a Great Meal
Gas Weber Grill on Deck overlooking Creek

The two bedrooms are positioned for privacy and both enjoy views of the surrounding woods and creek. The living room has a sleeper sofa which is a queen size. A single sleeper sofa is located on the sun porch.

Outdoor Setting

The property is one of the cottage’s biggest attractions:

Over an acre of mature woods with ferns and mountain laurel
Audible creek sounds from much of the home
Deck and porch areas overlooking the water
Private, tranquil atmosphere with paved access
Close enough to town for dining and shopping, yet secluded enough to feel like a retreat

Overall Description

This is a quintessential Highlands creek side cottage: cozy, well-proportioned, and surrounded by natural beauty. With its stone fireplace, enclosed porch, wooded acreage, and the soothing sound of a waterfall, it offers the kind of mountain retreat many people seek in western North Carolina. We are the new owners of this Cottage and looking forward to your visit! We have made some nice updates to the cottage. Book now for the most affordable creek-front home in Highlands.

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  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In A Village In The City Center In The Mountains On The Lake On The River
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 5

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Jim D.

    Submitted Feb 9, 2026

    Stayed Feb 5, 2026

    What an excellent house for my wife and I and our little Frenchie! We appreciated the kitchen having all the staples needed for a weekend getaway. We ate in a few times and it had everything we needed. Such a great location and only 5 minutes to town. Beds were very comfortable and felt like home away from home. Appreciated having home office desk space for working remotely. John and Melissa were great hosts and super responsive. Highly recommend to all!

  • Andrew W.

    Submitted Dec 15, 2025

    Stayed Nov 25, 2025

    Beautiful, clean and comfy home!! Close to town but tucked away in a quiet corner. Would absolutely stay here again!!

  • Ed D.

    Submitted Aug 24, 2025

    Stayed Aug 6, 2025

    We stayed three weeks! It was a great location and the house was excellent! Nice stream outback! Everything you need is there plus very clean. I would stay again. Great value!

  • Jennifer L.

    Submitted Aug 15, 2025

    Stayed Jul 31, 2025

    Responsive hosts, great location!

  • Melissa O.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 14, 2025

    A beautiful setting in the lovely Highlands area only a short drive to town to many shops & restaurants. Very well stocked kitchen.You feel as though you are the only house around, although there are neighbors nearby, nestled in the woods with streams flowing nearby with rhododendron and mountain laurel everywhere! Not a huge house but very comfy for a family of four although there is a pull out couch for an additional two. Would highly recommend.

  • Lisa C.

    Submitted Apr 24, 2025

    Stayed Mar 26, 2025

    We enjoyed our stay at the lovely Stoney Creek Cottage! Perfect for a couple or small family. The creek running through the property added extra ambience whether you were indoors or out! We found the location super convenient for driving into town for dining, shopping, hiking, etc.The owners were very responsive and helpful, and we look forward to a return trip in the fall.

  • Anne M.

    Submitted Feb 15, 2025

    Stayed Feb 12, 2025

    This house is very comfortable for 2 up to 4 people. A very cozy real wood burning fireplace takes the chill away and the creek running just outside the window will lull you to sleep in the sun! Just a great place to relax! Extremely clean and beautifully decorated. Highly recommend!

  • Gwen K.

    Submitted Jan 6, 2025

    Stayed Dec 28, 2024

    The location is just perfect. Great stream in the back.Just a quick drive into the quaint shopping town.

  • Frank M.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2024

    Stayed Sep 23, 2024

    Stoney Creek Cottage is wonderful! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house is very clean and well furnished with everything we needed. The owners are excellent and they really care about the guests who stay at the property. We give this property our highest recommendation.

  • Jodi P.

    Submitted Aug 31, 2024

    Stayed Aug 19, 2024

    We have been staying at Stoney Creek Cottage for years, and it just keeps getting better. John and Melissa have updated so many things and the location is wonderful. Our puppy was a year old the first time we brought him, and he’s turning 9, so even he loves it! It’s always clean and lovely. The owners respond quickly and are always helpful. You will not be disappointed!

  • Alex J. N.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2024

    Stayed Jun 21, 2024

    Property has everything you need and is very close to downtown Highlands. Communication with the owner is excellent. Highly recommend this property.

  • Jennifer S.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2024

    Stayed Jun 25, 2024

    We truly enjoyed our stay and the home was gorgeous! The location was perfect for getting to Highlands and very peaceful with the creek running behind it. Our family has a great time!

  • Jack L.

    Submitted Jun 18, 2024

    Stayed Jun 1, 2024

    We had a wonderful week at this home. Beautiful covered deck looking out over the forest. Convenient to Highlands and a number of hiking trails.

  • Lisa g.

    Submitted May 30, 2024

    Stayed May 16, 2024

    My friend and I recently stayed here for our annual girls hiking trip and we were very pleased with the accommodations. House was as stated, depicted on-line and very well stocked. Easy access to downtown Highlands but in a quiet, secluded location. Hosts were super responsive and helpful with all our questions and needs. Recommend this place for small groups for sure!

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